I was planning to build a shed on my balcony in the evening when the sun was down and it was cool, but I decided to do some impromptu exposure therapy and build the shed in the heat of the afternoon. I was hydrated and took breaks, but it was still very challenging as heat is one of my biggest triggers to this day. I had moments where it felt too much and I was near panic, but I pushed through, sat with the uncomfortable feelings and for a brief moment I was actually comfortable and enjoying the heat. I finished building the shed without giving up or avoiding the situation, and now I feel extremely proud and much more able to tolerate the heat! That was a great challenge!
